Proverbs 28:23

He that rebuketh a man, afterwards shall find more fauour, then he that flattereth with the tongue.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

He who rebukes a man will afterward find {more} favor Than he who flatters with the tongue.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

He that rebuketh a man shall afterward find more favor Than he that flattereth with the tongue.
- American Standard Version (1901)

He who says words of protest to a man will later have more approval than one who says smooth words with his tongue.
- Basic English Bible

He that rebuketh a man shall afterwards find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.
- Darby Bible

He that rebuketh a man afterward shall find more favor than he that flattereth with the tongue.
- Webster's Bible

One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue.
- World English Bible

Whoso is reproving a man afterwards findeth grace, More than a flatterer with the tongue.
- Youngs Literal Bible

He that rebuketh a man shall in the end find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 28:23

28:21 For - When a man hath once accustomed himself to take bribes, a very small advantage will make him sell justice.

28:22 Evil eye - Is uncharitable to persons in want, and envious to those who get any thing besides him. Poverty - And consequently that he shall need the pity and help of others.

28:24 The same - Is a thief and robber.

28:25 Fat - Shall live happily and comfortably.